A pity it's now just a remnant - the swan was originally in a magnificent glazed display case like the Peacock in the Hermitage. The Swan was surrrounded with further 'waterfalls' and a backdrop of mirrors but all this was removed sometime in the 19th century, probably to make it more saleable.
I saw the Hermitage peacock clock (another James Cox model) whilst on a holiday there but don’t remember a swan. I’m also from the town where this silver swan is based. I’ve enjoyed the best of both worlds.
I am 75 and saw a Swan like this a very long time ago, in the museum, but remember it differently. I thought it's wings moved. Sort of shook. Am I remembering a different Swan? Can anyone help ?
How did that guy not understand the clock maker reference in regard to the swan? It’s an automaton and all the running gear is the same type of work a clock maker would do. Just because it doesn’t have a clock in it doesn’t mean it’s not clockmaker work.
I'm guessing this piece is worth about 40,000 to 60,000 pounds with only misunderstood 111 made. Good condition. It would be a nice collectable the swan.
Please don't show all those old clips. This is from 25 ! years ago! The value isn't current at all. Or at least tell the viewers about the current value. Best regards, luck and health in particular.
That "swan in the lake" silver mechanical sculpture is absolutely astonishing!
I remember as a 10 year old girl being absolutely mesmerized by the swan now at 55 what a delight to see again this time on utube back home in NZ
That SWAN is absolutely STUNNING! ❤️
The entire swan is made out of pure silver.
The swan is amazing. Human ingenuity is fantastic at times.
A 250 Year old Musical Masterpiece Swan, Grandma would've really loved that!
I am totally gob smacked. Fabulous piece of art. ❤
Ive seen this working several times as a child. I will never forget it.
I bet it was truly magical in person. How lucky you are.
😳😳😳😳 holy cow that swan is unbelievable
Swan is just exquisite. What would be the value of that masterpiece today i wonder!!😮
Beautiful elegant swan.💛
Wow ❤
😅I saw this beautiful swan at the museum last year. It is certainly amazing.
Gorgeous ❤
Needs MORE COWBELL!
Hahaha! 🤣
Enter Will Ferrell 😂
Well...now that is extravagant!
Is the swan coated with something so the silver doesn't tarnish? I wonder what it would be worth today.
A pity it's now just a remnant - the swan was originally in a magnificent glazed display case like the Peacock in the Hermitage. The Swan was surrrounded with further 'waterfalls' and a backdrop of mirrors but all this was removed sometime in the 19th century, probably to make it more saleable.
Thanks for that little bit of extra info, it must of been magnificent.
Fabulous
There is a beautiful one in St Petersburg Russia at the Hermitage museum ❤
👍✅Yes
I saw the Hermitage peacock clock (another James Cox model) whilst on a holiday there but don’t remember a swan. I’m also from the town where this silver swan is based. I’ve enjoyed the best of both worlds.
Amazing 🥰🤩🦢
BBC and moving silver swans? This has strong 60s 007 vibes to it. Possible "gold finger" sequel "silver hand" lol 🥈 👌
That is terrifyingly beautiful
👻
Exquisite
I find the articulation and movement of the swan a bit frightening, strange I know, but it’s so beautifully crafted,
I really want to see how that swan works.
The swan is very. Cool
I am 75 and saw a Swan like this a very long time ago, in the museum, but remember it differently. I thought it's wings moved. Sort of shook. Am I remembering a different Swan? Can anyone help ?
Hey, What was the evaluation price of the swan?🤷♀
As it's in a museum collection, the value wasn't up for discussion.
@@karldelavigne8134 Understood, but still disappointing.
What museum is this in?
The Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle.
Barnard Castle is in North Yorkshire, England.
How did that guy not understand the clock maker reference in regard to the swan? It’s an automaton and all the running gear is the same type of work a clock maker would do. Just because it doesn’t have a clock in it doesn’t mean it’s not clockmaker work.
I'm guessing this piece is worth about 40,000 to 60,000 pounds with only misunderstood 111 made. Good condition. It would be a nice collectable the swan.
How is that even possible?
🦢
Wow 150 pounds! :O
Surely it’s a way of teaching musical notes not the alphabet. Even in Australia we use an alphabet that goes beyond G
Please don't show all those old clips. This is from 25 ! years ago! The value isn't current at all. Or at least tell the viewers about the current value.
Best regards, luck and health in particular.
There’s something odd in the proportions of those puffed wings. Maybe it’s the camera angle. 🌰 🌰
I want this 🦢 it's absolutely magnificent 😍
Great video